About Midlothian, VA

Part of Chesterfield County, Virginia, Midlothian is a small suburban community with around 35,000 residents. The area began as a coal mining area and now is home to a number of creeks that flow to and from the James River. As the coal mining industry declined, population decreased until after highway networks began being constructed. Ranked as one of the “Best Places to Live” in the past, the hospitals, shopping, and dining options in Midlothian ensures that the city has something for everyone.